Ho Chi Minh City, 30 June 2025 – Bridgestone once again affirms its leadership in high-performance tyre technology by supporting a series of motorsport activities at the Petronas Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia. From the prestigious AUTOBACS SUPER GT – home to the world’s top racing teams – to the debut of the GR86 Cup Malaysia Series*1 for rising racing talent, this signals Bridgestone’s new chapter in motorsports and reaffirming its commitment in delivering advanced tyre innovations that push the limits of speed and performance.
Bridgestone with Super GT và GR86 Cup Malaysia Series 2025.
Powering Performance at AUTOBACS SUPER GT
Bridgestone proudly serves as the official tyre partner for leading teams in the AUTOBACS SUPER GT, including reigning champions TGR TEAM au TOM’s. Supporting the racing teams is the high-performance POTENZA tyre range – a testament to Bridgestone’s engineering capability and durability under the most demanding GT racing conditions.
A standout technology in Bridgestone’s tyre development is ULTIMAT EYETM *2 – an advanced stimulation tool that analyzes tyre contact behavior at high speeds using sensor data and kinetic imagery. This technology enables optimal ground contact and precision engineering in tread design, grip optimization, and high performance across Bridgestone’s PSR tyres.
At the GR86 Cup Malaysia Series, Bridgestone is proud to be the exclusive tyre supplier – a new racing championship designed to cultivate the next generation of motorsport talent. Featuring a mix of merging starts and seasoned names, the series showcases the outstanding performance of Bridgestone’s POTENZA RE-71RS, a tyre that embodies the concept of “From Circuit to Street” by bringing race-bred technology to everyday enthusiasts, empowering every driver, from amateur to veteran, to chase their personal best with confidence.
Motorsport – a mobile laboratory for tyre technology
Bridgestone approaches motorsports with a long-term strategic partnership with global racing series as an integral part of its innovation journey.
“Bridgestone continues to evolve by supplying tyres that have been improved in performance based on the usage conditions and feedback from drivers across various racing categories, while ensuring safety and peace of mind based on our fundamental principleTyres carry life in development of motorsport tyres,” said Seigo Hata, Vice President, responsible for Sales & Marketing and Motorsports across BSAPIC. “At Bridgestone, we see motorsport as more than a competition – it’s a proving ground for innovation. The extreme demands of racing push us to develop advanced, sustainable technologies that can mould the future of mobility. Through close collaboration with society, partners, and customers, we remain committed to shaping , guided by our message for motorsport activities: ‘Passion to Turn the World®’.”
By approaching motorsport as a mobile laboratory, Bridgestone aims to use insights gained the circuit to directly inform the development of next-generation replacement tyres for both cars and motorcycles. This concept - “From Circuit to Street” – aims to ensure that innovations tested under race conditions contribute to enhanced safety and performance for everyday drivers.
Ultimate Safety from the Toughest Tests
In Vietnam – where road conditions vary widely from crowded urban streets to slippery highways during the rainy season – the learnings gained from extreme racing environment provide a key advantage for Bridgestone to provide reliable tyre solutions for everyday journey. Mr. Naoki Inutsuka, General Director of Bridgestone Tires Sales Vietnam LLC, shared: “The true value of tyre technology lies not only in speed or performance on the racetrack, but in serving millions of daily drivers. Every innovation – from wet grip to steering stability at high speeds – is engineered for real-world driving. This is the essence of Bridgestone’s ‘From Circuit to Street’ philosophy, and our commitment in delivering safety and confidence in every ride in Vietnam.”
This renewed presence at Sepang also reflects Bridgestone’s commitment to "Emotion: Committed to inspiring excitement and spreading joy to the world of mobility,"as outlined in the "Bridgestone E8 Commitment." *3
On-Site Fan Engagement at Sepang
Beyond the track, Bridgestone will bring the excitement of motorsport to life with an immersive experience at the event, centred around the ‘What Sets Your Heart Racing’ campaign. Visitors at the Bridgestone booth will have the opportunity to dive into the heart of motorsport culture through interactive activities, including the thrilling ‘Spin the Tyre Challenge’, celebrating the rush of speed, competition, and adrenaline.
What sets your heart racing?
Visit Bridgestone Motorsports Vietnam
*1 HARO Sports and Entertainment, as the rights holder and organizer of the Malaysian round of the AUTOBACS SUPER GT series, and organizer of the GR86 Cup Malaysia series, plays a pivotal role in bringing these events to life.
*2 “ULTIMAT EYE™” Technology to Visualize the Contact Patch of Tyre
*3 The Bridgestone Group established its corporate commitment, the “Bridgestone E8 Commitment,” to help it realize its vision: “Toward 2050, Bridgestone continues to provide social value and customer value as a sustainable solutions company.” This commitment will serve as the Group’s axis to drive management while earning the trust of future generations. The “Bridgestone E8 Commitment” consists of eight Bridgestone-like values starting with the letter “E” (Energy, Ecology, Efficiency, Extension, Economy, Emotion, Ease, and Empowerment) that the Group will commit to creating through Bridgestone-like purposes and processes, together with employees, society, partners, and customers to help realize a sustainable society.
Race Results – SUPER GT Sepang 2025
At the third round of the SUPER GT held at the Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia from 26-28 June 2025, Bridgestone-equipped teams delivered impressive performances. TGR Team au TOM’s remained in the GT500 top three rankings, with drivers praising the stability of the POTENZA tyres under Malaysia’s hot and humid conditions.
Official results: SUPER GT 2025 – Team Rankings
About Bridgestone Corporation:
Bridgestone is one of the global leaders in tyres and rubber building on its expertise to provide solutions for safe and sustainable mobility. Headquartered in Tokyo, the company employs approximately 121,000 people globally and conducts business in more than 150 countries and territories worldwide. Bridgestone offers a diverse product portfolio of premium tyres and advanced solutions backed by innovative technologies, improving the way people around the world move, live, work and play.
Bridgestone Asia Pacific, India, China SBU (Strategic Business Unit) at a Glance
About Bridgestone Vietnam.
In Vietnam, Bridgestone Tire Sales Vietnam LLC. (BSTVN) is a leading tire brand in Vietnam's automotive industry. Together with Bridgestone Tire Manufacturing Vietnam LLC., (BTMV), Bridgestone provides an extensive range of quality tires for passenger cars and commercial vehicles in Vietnam. With a rich history spanning over 90 years, Bridgestone Corporation is committed to being "Dan-Totsu" in all aspects of its business, and to working closely with its partners to deliver social value and customer value.